Woodthorpe Church of England Primary School

1.

Outcomes and assessment 

1.1

To use assessment well in foundation subjects. 

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/guidance-reports/feedback

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/public/files/Diagnostic_Assessment_Tool.pdf

1.2

Improved outcomes for all identified groups of children through the use of carefully planned inclusive strategies. 

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/guidance-reports/send

1.3

Improve attainment of higher achievers in Maths

Providing extra depth and challenge with Power Maths (pearson.com)

Primary Curriculum (maths.org)

1.4

Improve outcomes in writing.

Improving Literacy in Key Stage 2 | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)

Improving Literacy in Key Stage 1 | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)

To also target specific groups impacted by Covid-19 

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/support-for-schools/school-planning-support

https://d2tic4wvo1iusb.cloudfront.net/documents/projects/EEF-School-Starters.pdf?v=1655719145

School_Planning_Guide_2022-23.pdf (d2tic4wvo1iusb.cloudfront.net)

1.5

Improve outcomes in the Y1 Phonic screening check.

Improve the percentage of children in KS1 meeting the target for RWI in their year group.

2.

Curriculum 

2.1

Embed curriculum offer for beyond the NC including the Woodthorpe promise to all pupils. 

2.2

To effectively identify,  teach and revisit sticky knowledge so that it is committed to pupils’ long-term memory.

2.3

To focus on targeted improvement in  four foundation subjects as part of our three year strategic plan 

• Resources
• Subject knowledge 
• Projects and collaboration  

2.4

To enhance our outdoor area provision to: improve the gross motor skills and core body strength of children across KS1. 

3.

Leadership at all levels

3.1

To strengthen new SLT 

https://www.cefel.org.uk/visionresources/

3.2

Embed  formal calendar of monitoring including lesson study, deep dives, work scrutiny planning 

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/537031/160712_-_PD_Expert_Group_Guidance.pdf

https://epi.org.uk/publications-and-research/effects-high-quality-professional-development/

3.3

For all staff to engage with educational research and pedagogy  in order to improve teaching and learning

https://assets.website-files.com/5ee28729f7b4a5fa99bef2b3/5ee9f507021911ae35ac6c4d_EBE_GTT_EVIDENCE%20REVIEW_DIGITAL.pdf?utm_referrer=https://www.greatteaching.com/

https://www.aft.org/sites/default/files/periodicals/WILLINGHAM(2).pdf

https://www.aft.org/sites/default/files/periodicals/Rosenshine.pdf

3.4

Improve effectiveness of  teaching assistants in school working with SEND pupils.  

Making Best Use of Teaching Assistants | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)

Teaching Assistant Interventions | EEF (educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk)

https://www.cefel.org.uk/SEND/

3.5

To establish a new team of Governors. 

https://www.ascl.org.uk/ASCL/media/ASCL/Help%20and%20advice/Leadership%20and%20governance/What-we-expect-4pp-(Nov-2019WEB)-AW.pdf

3.6

To improve parental engagement and communication with parents. 

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/guidance-reports/supporting-parents?utm_source=/education-evidence/guidance-reports/supporting-parents&utm_medium=search&utm_campaign=site_searchh&search_term

3.7

Establish a three year strategic plan for school priorities, including curriculum, which are linked to CPD and budget plans.

https://educationendowmentfoundation.org.uk/education-evidence/guidance-reports/effective-professional-development

3.8

To further strengthen links with local secondary schools and nurseries

4.

Behaviour and attitudes

4.1

To review the whole school Behaviour Policy and systems.  

https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/1089687/Behaviour_in_Schools_guidance_July_2022.pdf

4.2

Improve attendance and punctuality 

https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/school-attendance/framework-for-securing-full-attendance-actions-for-schools-and-local-authorities

4.3 

Pupils make a highly positive, tangible contribution to the life of the school and/or the wider community.

https://www.cefel.org.uk/livingwelltogether/

5. 

Personal development

5.1 

To provide more opportunities for pupils to understand and appreciate the range of different faiths and cultures in our society and world.

5.2

To provide a broad and balanced curriculum relevant to the needs of the children in our school. 

5.3

To know about and explore the range of career options available for our children. 

https://www.educationandemployers.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/EdEmp_CareerPrimary-report_Jan2019_v5_INDV.pdf

5.4

Improve social skills and table manners at lunchtimes.

To support and promote midday interactions during play activities

5.5

Strengthen pupils’ understanding of the British Values and how these are reflected in their learning at school, within the immediate community and nationally. 

To prepare pupils to live life successfully in  British society in the 21st century. 

5.6

Strengthen pupils’ understanding of the protected characteristics and equality and the importance of these in our society. 

5.7

To be aware of the well-being of our school family and provide targeted support where necessary.  

5.8

To ensure that all staff in school are fully equipped to recognise common symptoms of SEMH af to know what to do if they have identified a developing problem. 

5.9

To support children in understanding their own mental health and how they can stay mentally healthy.  

6. 

Christian distinctiveness

6.1 

Fully embed our distinctive Christian character in the curriculum and school-life. https://cofefoundation.contentfiles.net/media/assets/file/Called_Connected_Committed_-_David_Ford_and_Andy_Wolfe.pdf

6.2

To continue to have strong links, following the retirement of our vicar, with St John the Baptist Church.  

6.3

Plan and deliver high quality worship so that our children and staff are invited to connect with:

• themselves
• faith
• community
• our vision and values
• God (as the trinity)

6.4

Strengthen the role of Worship Group as leaders of Collective Worship.

6.5

Accurate assessment and moderation of children’s work in RE to improve attainment across the school.